Temporary position (contract from end of September **** to 17th January
****)
Part-time opportunity (24 hours per week)
Based in Ryde, NSW
About us...
At Royal Rehab Ryde we're redefining health and wellbeing.
We offer a comprehensive range of specialist rehabilitation services for both public
and private patients.
Our team provides expert care for individuals with neurological
conditions including stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, Parkinson's
disease, multiple sclerosis, and more.
We also deliver orthopaedic rehabilitation,
post-operative care, and general reconditioning.
Services are available across both
inpatient and outpatient settings, ensuring continuity of care and tailored support
throughout the recovery journey.
We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture that values your expertise.
About the role.
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Royal Rehab is seeking a dedicatedStaff Specialistin Rehabilitation Medicine to
join our Royal Rehab Ryde Hospital.
In this key clinical role, you will provide
comprehensive, evidence-based management for people with severe brain and
spinal injuries, as well as those requiring general rehabilitation.
Working within a team-oriented multidisciplinary team, you will lead patient
assessment and treatment planning to optimise outcomes and quality of life.
You will
also contribute to research, service development and the supervision and training of
registrars and junior medical staff.
This is an opportunity to combine clinical excellence, leadership and education within
a progressive and purpose-driven rehabilitation service.
Key responsibilities include:
Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients with brain, spinal and
neurological injuries, including cognitive, physical and psychosocial
evaluations.
Develop and implement individualised, evidence-based treatment plans in
collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
Provide specialist rehabilitation interventions, including cognitive
rehabilitation,



behavioural management and functional skill training.
Monitor patient progress, review outcomes and adjust management plans to optimise recovery.
Participate in case conferences, clinical reviews and multidisciplinary meetings to ensure coordinated, holistic care.
Contribute to research, data collection, publications and the advancement of best-practice rehabilitation guidelines.
Support education and supervision of registrars, junior medical staff and students, fostering a culture of learning and excellence.
Lead and participate in quality improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance with professional standards, ethical guidelines and Ministry of Health requirements.
Liaise with patients, families, community providers and external stakeholders to support continuity of care.
Participate in on-call and leave cover arrangements and maintain mandatory professional development and registration requirements.
About you.
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We seek a self-motivated and friendly individual with:
Essential Criteria:
* Medical Degree, eligible for medical registration in NSW.
* Fellow of the Australasian Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine (RACP) or clear
eligibility for FAFRM.
* Eligible for Specialist Registration in Rehabilitation Medicine with AHPRA.
* Demonstrated experience in the assessment and management of patients
with brain and spinal injuries, and neurological conditions.
* Strong clinical skills in neurological examination, neurorehabilitation, and
cognitive assessment.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively
with the multidisciplinary team, patients, and families.




* Commitment to continuous professional development and staying abreast of
emerging trends in spinal and brain injury management.
Desirable Criteria:
* Advanced computer skills.
* Skills relevant to undertaking research in Severe Injury
* Experience in Injection therapy and management of spasticity and associated
conditions.
What we offer...
* Salary Packaging: Lower your taxable income and increase your take-home pay
Advantages:
Fitness Passport & HCF Private Health Insurance discounts
Maxxia Rewards: Enjoy a huge range of discounts through our salary
packaging partner
Career growth: Genuine career opportunities
Salary: Competitive remuneration
Employee Assistance Program: Access to professional counselling and
coaching for you and your immediate family
Leadership: Supportive and experienced leadership team
Culture: Friendly and close-knit team environment
NSW Health and NSW Health AHO Employees: Transfer your accrued
leave entitlements and continue to receive pay and entitlements in line
with the relevant NSW Health State Award
We know diversity makes Royal Rehab a great place to work, and we are committed
to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the people we serve.
We
encourage applications from all members of our community, including Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people with disability, and
those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you require any adjustments to participate equitably in the recruitment process, or
to support you in the workplace should you be successful, please let us know.
We
are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment where all
individuals can thrive.
Further Enquiries:
Dr Clayton King, Director of Medical Services & Senior Staff Specialist
Email: ******
Application Close Date: Monday 24th August ****
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📌 Staff Specialist – Rehabilitation Medicine (New South Wales)
🏢 Royal Rehab
📍 New South Wales